Just heard some exciting news about Cleveland! It has been named one of the 10 most visionary cities in the world by Travel + Leisure! In 1987 a beautiful mall, totally enclosed under glass, was built in downtown Cleveland. It was like a shopping in a greenhouse with the sun pouring in, plants growing, and shoppers enjoying the variety of stores. But like so many shopping areas, it fell on hard times, stores closed, and eventually most of the complex was shut down. But now it has been revived and has been turned into an urban greenhouse, growing organic produce and educating others about environmental awareness. On Wednesdays you can participate in the "Lunch and Learn" program. Eat lunch while you learn about various environmental and gardening topics. To learn more about Cleveland's "Garden Under Glass, check out this link: http://clevelandmagazine.blogspot.com/search/label/vicky%20poole. I can't wait to go have lunch there and then I'll write more and post pictures.

Room Available

We just had a cancellation in the Confederate Room for the dates of February 10, 11, and 12. If you are coming to Oberlin for an audition, a college visit, or you want a romantic Valentine weekend give us a call! We would love to meet you and show you why our B & B was a finalist for Ohio B & B of the 2010! Hope to see you soon!

The Best of Cleveland

The message in the email today from Positively Cleveland -  "Cleveland's Theater District is the second largest theater district in the United States - second only to the Kennedy Center in New York City? Did you also know that a trip to this region can cost 30 - 40 percent less than a trip to much larger cities, without sacrificing any of the experience?" This is such fabulous news that I just have to pass it on to all theater lovers and to anyone else thinking of visiting Northeast Ohio but wondering what there is to do here.

We have been to Cleveland's Theater District many times over the years and have seen such plays as "Wicked," "Miss Saigon," "Lion King," "Les Miserables," "South Pacific," to name just a few. Playhouse Square is a great place to go for great food, a great show, and great memories! Plan your winter getaway now and combat that cabin fever! Choose a play date and come on over. And remember that  Hallauer House B & B here in Oberlin is only a 35 minute drive into downtown Cleveland, to the theater district. So much to do, so much to see, so little time! Hope to see  you soon!

ROOMS AVAILABLE for Oberlin College Auditions and College Visitations

Oberlin College students will be arriving back on campus in a couple of weeks to begin a new term and  campus visits begin again for prospective students as well as those who will be auditioning  for the Oberlin Conservatory. Audition dates have been posted on the College website as follows:

February 12, 2011

February 19, 2011 (Jazz Studies auditions on Friday, February 18)
February 26, 2011
March 5, 2011 (Jazz Studies auditions on Friday, March 4)

We still have some rooms left for those dates and are making a wait list in case of weather related cancellations. Call soon to book a room or go to our website http://www.webervations.com/magic-scripts/resbook.asp?memberid=hallauerhouse to book on line with the secure server. For more information on the audition weekend schedule, check out the college link: http://new.oberlin.edu/conservatory/admissions/audition-weekend-information.dot.

If your child is a high school Junior, mark your calendars for Friday, March 4 and 18th, 2011 for high school Juniors campus visitation dates and overnight dorm stays. More at this link: http://new.oberlin.edu/arts-and-sciences/admissions/campus-visits/visit_programs.dot

High school Seniors have a chance to visit the college, not just on weekends, but also during the week. And with students who are auditioning only here on weekends, a weekday visit might be your best bet for being able to secure accommodations close to campus. We are just 4 miles from the center of campus. For more information on campus visits and student overnights go to this link: http://new.oberlin.edu/arts-and-sciences/admissions/campus-visits/visit-calendar.dot. and go to our availability page http://www.webervations.com/magic-scripts/resbook.asp?memberid=hallauerhouse to book on line or call 877-774-3406.

College visits and auditions can be very stressful on both parents and students alike but here at Hallauer House you will find a small, quiet place to relax, talk with other visiting parents and students, enjoy a great breakfast, and get a restful nights sleep. We hope to see you soon and if your child chooses Oberlin College, we hope to see you back over the next 4 years! Good luck!